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Senior Support Worker - Children's Residential Home
Location: Daventry
Salary: £14.00 per hour + £50 per sleep-in
Hours: 40 hours per week | 12-hour shifts | 1 sleep-in per week | Overtime available
Are you an experienced care professional ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Senior Support Worker to join a nurturing and structured children's residential home in Daventry.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong care background to develop their leadership skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the daily running of the home alongside the management team
* Mentor and lead support staff to deliver high-quality care
* Create and maintain a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment
* Work in line with individual care plans and safeguarding procedures
* Ensure consistent implementation of routines, boundaries, and expectations
* Act as a positive role model for both staff and young people
Requirements
* 1-2 years' experience in a care setting (children's residential experience preferred but not essential)
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, behaviour management, and trauma-informed care
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work 12-hour shifts and complete 1 sleep-in per week
* Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it preferred)
What's On Offer
* Competitive hourly rate
* Regular overtime opportunities
* Ongoing training and development
* Supportive team environment
* Opportunity to progress within the organisation
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